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WiCyS Vulnerability Disclosure Program (VDP) | Applications Now OPEN
2025-05-05 - 2026-04-30 | Virtual
The WiCyS Vulnerability Disclosure Program (VDP) is designed to provide WiCyS members with hands-on, technical training in identifying, reporting, and remediating cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Utilizing the WiCyS website and platform as a live training environment, participants gain real-world experience in vulnerability discovery, triage, and reporting—key skills that enhance their résumés and prepare them for careers in cybersecurity. The program empowers members to become “Defenders of WiCyS” by fostering a deeper understanding of secure coding practices, systems analysis and responsible disclosure processes.
Participants are encouraged to collaborate, share insights, and build their technical acumen in a supportive community environment. The VDP is open to all WiCyS members and serves as a stepping stone toward more advanced training and industry engagement.
The VDP program will run from June 2, 2025, to June 1, 2026. Applications will be open continuously from May 5, 2025, to May 1, 2026—members can apply anytime.
Available to:

WiCyS members of all experience levels (domestic or international)
Professionals seeking hands-on experience
Individuals interested in vulnerability discovery and reporting
Members looking to strengthen offensive and defensive security skills

What You Get:

Access to a live, real-world training environment using the WiCyS platform
Opportunities to discover, report, and triage actual vulnerabilities
Exposure to responsible disclosure processes and secure coding principles
Potential future involvement in a formal bug bounty program through industry partnerships
And More!

Program Details:

Program Runs June 2, 2025 – June 1, 2026
Application Open: May 5, 2025 – May 1, 2026
Launch webinar: May 27, 1-2 pm CT

More details about the VDP program and to apply visit HERE

WiCyS | Security Training Scholarship
2025-09-05 - 2026-07-31
The WiCyS Security Training Scholarship, made possible by WiCyS Tier 1 Partners and Premier Supporters, is a multi-staged scholarship opportunity for WiCyS members. Those selected will participate in a reliable pathway to launch and advance in their cybersecurity careers through skills development. The focus of this scholarship is to award WiCyS members who are seeking cybersecurity employment within the next 1.5 years. The program is designed for students and/or career changers!
Build and leverage the power of community. During each stage of the scholarship, a cohort is established with mentors and peers to help guide and support recipients. This powerful network will be there through every step of the scholarship experience to lean in on. The collective strength of all involved is priceless.
Graduates of the program will be ready to pursue careers in cybersecurity!

All WiCyS members, over age 18, are invited to apply. This training program is composed of multiple stages. Each stage has specific criteria. Throughout the program, continuation to the next stage is based on performance in the previous stage and application data.
What Makes this Program Unique:

Finds hidden cybersecurity talent
Elevates those with aptitude, grit, and determination
Empowers all participants with real-world skills they can continue to build upon
Changes lives by enabling final-stage participants to start cybersecurity jobs in less than a year of completion
Provides direct impact on the cybersecurity workforce by launching careers

More information HERE
